Poll: connected kids

Consumers shouldn't count on Apple redesigning its phones and tablets to make them less addictive for kids, say experts, who caution that good parenting may be the only solution.

While two of Apple's biggest shareholders are pushing for new features to help limit damaging screen time for children, tech observers say there's no easy fix and the responsibility will remain with parents.

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